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    Home » Recipes » Appetizers and Snacks

    Toasted Tortellini Bites

    Published: Dec 9, 2017 · Modified: Feb 11, 2022 by Maria Doss · This post may contain affiliate links · 6 Comments

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    Crispy exterior and a soft cheesy interior, these toasted tortellini bites will make a great appetizer for all your Holiday parties.

    It is December.

    The season for get-togethers, pot lucks and parties.

    Bite sized food are always fun. Perfect when you are holding that glass of wine in one hand.

    Store-bought refrigerated tortellini, crusted and deep fried. 

    The usual. But, what makes these special? Blanching 'em first. 

    It transforms them into soft pillows with a crispy crust. YUM!!!

    These are good for light lunch/dinner or kids snack any day.

    toasted torteliini bites

    toasted torteliini bites

    toasted torteliini bites

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    5 from 3 votes

    Toasted Tortellini Bites

    Crispy exterior and a soft cheesy interior, these toasted tortellini bites will make a great appetizer for all your Holiday parties.
    Prep Time15 mins
    Cook Time15 mins
    Total Time30 mins
    Course: Appetizer
    Cuisine: Italian
    Keyword: toasted tortellini bites
    Servings: 6 servings
    Author: Maria Doss

    Ingredients

    • 1 10 ounce package refrigerated cheese tortellini
    • ½ cup all purpose flour
    • 2 eggs, large
    • ¾ cup breadcrumbs
    • ½ cup grated parmesan cheese
    • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
    • ½ teaspoon salt
    • ¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes, optional
    • vegetable oil, for frying
    • marinara sauce, for serving

    Instructions

    • Bring a medium pot of water to boil. Add tortellini and let cook until it floats on top (2-3 minutes). Drain and let cool.
    • Prepare a breading station
      – Place all purpose flour in one bowl.
      – Into a second bowl, beat 2 eggs and 1 tablespoon water with fork, until mixed well.
      – Into a third bowl, stir breadcrumbs, parmesan, Italian seasoning, salt and red pepper flakes together, until thoroughly combined.
    • Toss each tortellini in flour, then dip in beaten egg (turn to coat on all sides) and toss with parmesan-breadcrumb mixture. Place all prepared tortellinis on a plate.
    • Pour vegetable oil into a pan up to 2-inches deep. Heat until moderately hot (about 350 degrress F) over medium heat.
    • Deep fry tortellini (in batches) for about 3 minutes, until deep golden on all sides. Place on a paper towel lined plate.
    • Serve hot with marinara sauce for dipping.

    Notes

    For make ahead option – blanch tortellini, drain, cool and store in refrigerator for up to 2 days. Deep fry just before serving.

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    Comments

    1. Kelly @ Kelly Lynns Sweets and Treats

      December 10, 2017 at 4:13 am

      I love these little bites of heaven! Totally perfect for a snack or holiday party appetizer...as long as I don’t eat them all before the guests arrive hehehe 🙂

      Reply
      • Maria Doss

        December 10, 2017 at 3:41 pm

        I totally get ya!! I finished almost half of it before even it got to the table:) Thanks Kelly.

        Reply
    2. Kelsie | the itsy-bitsy kitchen

      December 11, 2017 at 2:42 pm

      SOOOO GOOD, Maria! They look amazing!

      Reply
      • Maria Doss

        December 12, 2017 at 11:47 pm

        Thank you Kelsie:)

        Reply
    3. Deepika|TheLoveOfCakes

      December 11, 2017 at 4:21 pm

      So yummmyyy!! Crispy heavenly bites!! These sound like the perfect snacks for get-togethers! I wouldn't mind eating that plate alone though!!

      Reply
      • Maria Doss

        December 12, 2017 at 11:47 pm

        Thank you dear:)

        Reply

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